Consider the following preference table for two voters: $\begin{array} { l l l }
\text { First choice } & \text { C } & \text { B } \
\text { Second choice } & \text { B } & \text { A } \
\text { Third choice } & \text { D } & \text { C } \
\text { Fourth choice } & \text { A } & \text { D }
\end{array}$
If a Borda count is used, can the voter on the left manipulate the outcome to his or her benefit?

Question

Consider the following preference table for two voters: $\begin{array} { l l l } 
\text { First choice } & \text { C } & \text { B } \
\text { Second choice } & \text { B } & \text { A } \
\text { Third choice } & \text { D } & \text { C } \
\text { Fourth choice } & \text { A } & \text { D }
\end{array}$ 
If a Borda count is used, can the voter on the left manipulate the outcome to his or her benefit?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

If the voter on the left moves D up to second choice, then B will get only 2 points instead of 3, making C the winner with 6 points. Therefore, the voter on the left can manipulate the outcome in their favor.

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